Vet-to-Vet program planned, volunteers sought

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Posted Jan. 24, 2013 at 3:15 AM

Posted Jan. 24, 2013 at 3:15 AM

ROCHESTER — Tri-City Co-Op, a Peer Support Agency, is interested in starting a Vet-to-Vet program in the Rochester/Somersworth/Dover area. Vet-to-Vet is a peer driven support group where veterans can help one another work through the issues frequently experienced as they reintegrate into civilian life. The program is open to all veterans and active duty, regardless of years of service, gender or whether they were in combat or not. All that matters is that you served your country. Meetings are normally overseen by two or more Vet-to-Vet peer facilitators. Tri-City Co-Op is looking for those volunteer facilitators. You will be trained by other caring veterans and receive peer support group training.

Facilitators direct and guide the flow of conversation for the group. Everyone who attends peer support meetings have something to teach and share as well as learn from others.

If you are interested in becoming a peer facilitator or would like additional information, contact Martha at (603) 948-1043. Tri-City Co-Op is a non-profit, Peer Support Agency that is dedicated to providing an alternative, non-medical approach to wellness and recovery. They offer a non-judgmental, non-critical, safe, supportive and educational environment for individuals struggling and recovering with a variety of mental health issues. Staff and members share leadership and decision making. They are a place where people practice relationship skills, patience, respect and tolerance for diversity. Members must be 18 years or older and reside in Strafford County.

For more information, contact them at (603) 948-1036 or visit www.tricitycoop.org. They are located at 36 Wakefield St. in Rochester, across from the Rochester Fire Department, and are open Monday–Friday, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.